#491C10

#491C10

Overview

#491C10 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 28, 16, in HSL 12.6°, 64.0%, 17.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 61.6%, 78.1%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8012 Red Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#491C10

RGB

73, 28, 16

HSL

12.6, 64.0%, 17.5%

HSV

12.6, 78.1%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 61.6%, 78.1%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.2915 0.0722 35.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #491C10;
color: #491C10;
border-color: #491C10;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.46:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #491C10?

RGB(73, 28, 16) · HSL(12.6, 64.0%, 17.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 61.6%, 78.1%, 71.4%)

Does #491C10 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #491C10?

Use FFFFFF text on a #491C10 background; contrast on black is 1.46:1.